MET Technician

Location: Quedgeley

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK automotive accident repairer to appoint a MET Technician  at their busy Gloucester centre. This MET Technician role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled vehicle body repair professional to join a well-established company committed to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

Starting hourly rate of £22-23, dependent on experience, with a generous uncapped performance-related bonus
Overtime available at standard rate, subject to demand
23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Access to industry-leading training and development programmes
Pension scheme, life assurance, retailer discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and a salary sacrifice car scheme
Long-term career progression within a large, multi-site organisation
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times

Duties of a MET Technician :

Carry out body repair work on customer vehicles to high-quality standards
Remove damaged parts to facilitate repairs, ensuring safe storage for refitting
Inspect for additional damage, liaising with the Vehicle Damage Assessor and ordering necessary parts
Verify parts' correctness and availability to ensure smooth repair progression
Refurbish and refit vehicle panels, ensuring panels are aligned within manufacturer tolerances
Replace mechanical components such as steering, drivetrain, and engine parts as required
Reset vehicle Control Units using diagnostic tools as a MET Technician
Follow health and safety procedures and attend regular safety training
Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in proper condition
Support colleagues and manage workload efficiently, occasionally undertaking additional activities

Requirements of a MET Technician :

Recognised qualification in automotive MET/vehicle body repair or working towards an IMI qualification
Strong track record in vehicle body repair or strip and fit, or experience as a Vehicle Technician seeking a move into body repair
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Capability to perform tasks as per job cards to manufacturer standards
Effective multi-tasking and workload prioritisation skills
Ability to work independently while supporting team members
A valid UK driving licence with minimal points

Contact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Quedgeley and Gloucestershire, today to discover more about this fantastic MET Technician opportunity.

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